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FC·May 8, 2026 03:26 AM ET

Romano podcast unpacks Real Madrid chaos: Tchouaméni-Valverde fallout, Mourinho interest

Romano details a club in turmoil as coaching options swirl.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated May 81 min read
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What happened: Fabrizio Romano dropped a new Here We Go podcast on @MenInBlazers focused on the unfolding crisis at Real Madrid. He outlined the Tchouaméni-Valverde clash and its consequences, said José Mourinho has been open to taking the job since March, mentioned Toni Kroos as still being discussed internally, and reiterated that Álvaro Arbeloa is still expected to leave.

Why it matters: The episode lands days after Real Madrid opened disciplinary proceedings against Valverde and Tchouaméni following their fight, with Valverde ruled out of El Clásico due to a traumatic brain injury. With the manager seat reportedly in play and senior figures named as candidates, the consequences extend beyond the dressing room into the club's summer planning.

What to watch: Watch for any official club statement on the disciplinary process, concrete movement on the managerial vacancy, and whether Mourinho or Kroos surface in formal contact reports.

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